2008 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 116 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |